welfare officer

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What the welfare officer does

In particular, the welfare officer will ask you about the nature of the problem and what steps have already been taken to resolve it.  He will then suggest or explore options to help you progress the issue or arrive at a resolution. 

What’s the role?

The Welfare Officer is responsible for the development and management of welfare initiatives, as well as taking the lead on welfare campaigns. The Welfare Officer will also liaise with the Advice Service; supporting and helping to promote their services.

What’s involved?

• Working on welfare related campaigns and initiatives.
• Overseeing the  Advice Service, meeting with Advisers regularly to discuss issues affecting students.
• Overseeing the election and work of committees to improve the welfare provision for students in halls.
• Training, managing and liaising with the Welfare Reps in all sports clubs and societies.
• Working on all external and internal aspects of student welfare, including attending all relevant University of Reading committees, and liaising with relevant staff and stakeholders.
• Leading on all housing and accommodation projects and campaigns.
• Maintaining a working relationship with the University of Reading's Executive Board.

What’s my role as a Trustee ?

• Full-Time Officers sit on the RUSU Trustee Board which is responsible for directing the affairs of RUSU and ensuring that it is solvent, well-run, and delivering the charitable outcomes for the benefit of students.
• Full-Time Officers also sit on sub-committees such as the Elections Committee.

What’s in it for me?

• The ability to set the strategic direction.
• Networking opportunities with staff, students and academics locally and nationally.
• Development of transferable skills leading to excellent career prospects.
• Working on behalf of students on projects that you are passionate about.
• Opportunities to influence and manage positive and exciting change.

MEETING IN ADVANCE

• Define the purpose of the meeting: Sometimes the purpose is clearly stated; sometimes it's taken for granted. do you went people to experience something? Learn something? Make decisions? Plan an activity? Consider various activities that will help accomplish your purpose, and structure you meeting to accomplish that purpose. If there is no real purpose, dont' hold a meeting.
• Plan an agenda: One you have an objective, outline the items to be handled during the meeting. List them in the order in which they are to be addressed, and indicate how much time will be spent on each item. Also consider what method will be used for each time, such as brainstorming, buzz groups, cause and effect diagram, etc. This is your agenda.
• Consider your time limit: Meeting lengths vary greatly. How much can be dealt with in the time available? Plan your agenda so everything can be handled within the time allotted.
• Plan for the people who will be involved: Consider who will be present at the meeting. Are they familiar with the business at hand? If not, how can you bring them up to speed? How motivated will they be to participate? Who will be leading the activities? Answering these questions will help determine the activities of the meeting. 
•  Schedule the meeting in an appropriate setting:Plan an atmosphere that will be conducive to participation and productivity. Consider such things as size of room, arrangement of seating, lighting, temperature, and equipment needed. For example, if your objective, is to get small groups of people together to discuss an issue and come up with potential solutions, don't hold the meeting in the auditorium, where small-group discussions are awkward, at best. Instead hold the meeting in the library or cafeteria, where small groups can gather around a table. 
• Follow your plan: During the meeting, work through the agenda items one at a time, being careful to stick to time limits and avoid getting off track. Be flexible enough to adjust your plan if truly needed, but don't allow one item to take over the meeting unless it's warranted. 
• Review decisions made: All agreements made during the meeting should be reviewed and certified at the end of the meeting, such as tasks assigned, chairs appointed, committees formed, etc. Plan steps that need to be taken before the next meeting in order to advance projects undertake.
• Evaluate the meeting: Take a few minutes at the end of the meeting to evaluate how successful the meeting was. What went well? What could be improved upon for the next meeting? Focusing on the process will help all members have a better understanding of what a good meeting should be like and will help ensure that each meeting becomes more effective than the last meeting.

SECRETARY GENERAL

THE SECRETARY GENERAL, UMAR YUSUF GOES TO FEDERAL COLLAGE OF EDUCATION ZARIA HE STUDIED PHYSICS INTER-GRATED SCIENCE,HE ALSO PROCEED TO AHMADU BELLO UIVERSITY ZARIA STUDDING PSYCHOLOGY AND COUNSELING.


                   The General Secretary serves as the executive officer  and is responsible for
organizational leadership, strategy development and implementation and overall
management of the programs, fiscal stewardship, fund raising and staffing.
The General Secretary will report to the General Overseer. Once the General Secretary
demonstrates the ability to operate independently under the express vision of the General
Overseer, the Board upon recommendation of the General Overseer will consider the
General Secretary (if he so desires) to assume full responsibility for full authority reporting
only to the Board. The Board desires for the General Overseer to serve in a fatherly role;
full authority has been passed to the General Secretary.
The General Secretary also is responsible for leadership in all relationships with key
stakeholders, including individual donors, denominations, congregations, volunteers and
clients served. The primary work  is “Serving those who serve others,” and is
conducted through faith communities (local churches, denominational leadership,
seminaries, chaplaincies, etc.). It is critical that the General Secretary maintains and
grows relationships with these constituent organizations.The role is both pastoral (vision caster and pastoral care) and administrative(management of systems and people).
                   

                  Major Responsibilities
1. Organizational Leadership
 
A primary responsibility of the General Secretary is to establish a spiritual environment in
which all the programs and administrative duties are carried out in a biblical and Christlike
manner as defined in our Statement of Faith, Apostles’ Creed, Core Values, Standard
of Conduct and Code of Ethics.
 
2. Strategic Planning
 
Serves as the primary visionary of the organization, casting vision to all audiences (Board,
staff, members, etc.) for the full and sustainable future development  according to
its history and Mission. Leads staff in the development and implementation of new and
ongoing programs.
 
3. Fundraising and Financial Development
 
Leads the fund development effort of the organization to ensure ongoing funding to meet
current obligations and future growth of programs.
 
4. Relationship Development and Communication with Stakeholders
 
Personally develops relationships diverse groups of stakeholders, engages new stakeholders who will embrace and expand the mission and develops staff and volunteer teams that will do the same.
 
5. Program Planning and Management.

 Leads the organization in accordance with the standards. Ensures that Member Care is carried out with excellence, leading by example. Establishes office services to support all operations of the organization. Oversees property maintenance and development.
 
6. Staff Leadership and Development
 
Leads and motivates a staff team to achieve the organizational Vision. Establishes systems and programs to develop, organize and motivate the staff team to achieve set goals.
 
7. Financial Planning and Management
 
Oversees all fiscal operations including the development of capital and operational budgets. Prepares budget documents as needed for the effective administration of the budget, and establishes controls to safeguard the organization’s assets.
 
8. Board Relations and Communication
 
Casts vision with Board members and provides leadership to the Strategic Planning Process. Provides 
information and reports to the board on operation of the organization, advising the Board on matters of policy. Implements Board decisions regarding organizational policies and procedures. Assists and supports volunteer standing.
 
9. Public Relations and Collaborative Community Planning
Promotes the visibility  to the general public and acts as the spokesperson, maintaining strong relationships with similar and other community organizations. Seeks opportunity to collaborate with other organizations to further the Mission of .
 

10. Ethical Leadership and Compliance Oversight
Ensures that the corporate/legal responsibilities of the organization are fulfilled and that the Board is kept informed of current and upcoming legislation. Establishes systems and processes to ensure compliance with all federal/state/local laws and regulations.

Types of Motions

        

Types of Motions

General Main Motion Parliamentary Pointers You may not interrupt a speaker A second is required It is debatable It is amendable To adopt, a majority must vote "yes"

Incidental Motion To secure a rising vote, when in doubt of the result of a voice vote or a vote by show of hands, you say: "Division" or "I call for a division of the house" Parliamentary Pointers: You may interrupt a speaker A second is not required It is not debatable It is not amendable No vote is required

Subsidiary Motion To modify the original motion so that it is improved, you say: "I move to amend the motion by ______________________" Parliamentary Pointers: You may not interrupt a speaker A second is required It is debatable It is amendable To adopt, a majority must vote "yes"

Privileged Motion To end the meeting, you say: "I move that we adjourn" Parliamentary Pointers: You may not interrupt the speaker A second is required It is not debatable It is not amendable To adopt, a majority must vote "yes" To correct undesirable conditions or get immediate action for an emergency, you say: "I rise to a question of personal privilege" or "I rise to a question of privilege affecting the assembly" Parliamentary Pointers: You may not interrupt the speaker when speaking (unless unavoidable) A second is not required It is not debatable It is not amendable The chair must rule for or against the question

Possible Issues to Bring Up Cafeteria issues Lavatory issues Bullying issues School spirit Dance policies Destructive behaviors, drinking, drug abuse Teen Pregnancy Youth issues Community issues Educational issues Student representation on school boards Student/faculty relations Achievement gap. scholarship issues. e.t.c

Project guidelines:
An organization's success or failure often depends on the outcome of it's projects. Much planning, work, and effort must go into each project. Projects should:

• Be an extension of the goals and purposes of the council. Projects should not be undertaken simply to prove that the council is busy or because "that's the way it's always been."
• Have educational or social value and be within the ability and comprehension of the association members.
• Have an organizational plan with a budget.
• Encourage initiative, creativity, responsibility, and cooperation
• Be evaluated upon completion. Evaluations should include remarks by those who planned the project and by those who participated in or received the benefits of the project. An unsuccessful project should serve as a valuable learning experience.

How to get started:
To engage student interest and avoid scheduling problems, councils, should plan their projects systematically. Prior to the start of the school year, the executive committee--and possibly the entire council--should develop an overall plan for the year. One process that the executive committee can follow is to:

1. List the general areas upon which the association wishes to focus. these might include community service, school service, career development, fund-raising, social functions, and school spirit.
2. Weigh any suggestions for program expansion or cutbacks in specific areas, making sure that the treasurer is actively involved.
3. Prepare a draft calendar of the activities for the year to make sure the association does not take on too many projects at a time.
4. Submit recommendations about program expansion or cuts to the appropriate committees via the committee chairperson.

The 12 of Project Planning

1. WHAT are you planning to do
2. WHY do you want to do this project?
3. WHEN and WHERE will the activity take place?
4. WHO will benefit from the project?
5. WHAT staff members will need to approve the project?
6. WHAT funds are needed?
7. WHEN will the basic planning be done?
8. WHAT committees are necessary?
9. WHAT kind of publicity is needed?
10. WHO deserves a special thank you?
11. WAS the project worthwhile?
12. WHAT'S next? WHERE do we go from here?

Preparing an Effective Questionnaire
The association may want to develop and administer a Questionnaire to get students' opinions on its project ideas. It may also use questionnaires. to help evaluate projects. Here are some guidelines for preparing effective questionnaires:

1. Determine the length of the Questionnaire. Shorter questionnaires usually have a better chance of being completed and returned than longer ones.
2. Determine the types of questions to ask. There are four possibilities
   1. Essay: What is your opinion of the student council dance help last Saturday, January 10?Please comment on the music, ticket cost, decorations, and anything else you wish to include
   2. Short answer:Please nominate three juniors who you believe meet the criteria for the annual Student Leadership Award.
   3. Multiple choice. Please indicate which type of student assembly you like best. Check only one.
      1. Guest speaker
      2. Film
      3. Musical performance
      4. Panel discussion or debate
      5. No preference
3. Based on the purpose of the questionnaire, determine who will receive the questionnaire.
4. Determine when the questionnaire should be distributed. Questionnaires distributed to students on Friday afternoon, to be returned the following Tuesday, might get lost during the weekend.
5. Determine a logical order for questions. Short, easy questions often make a good beginning and a good end.
6. Determine whether the questionnaire can be easily tabulated. Do you have time to read a large number of essay responses? Are the multiple choice questions easy to tabulate?
7. Publicize the results of your questionnaires to the council and the student body.

VICE PRESIDENT

VICE PRESIDENT

 ALIYU YUNUS P.K.A ENGINEER. CURRENTLY STUDDING MECHANICAL ENG. AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY.

          Duties of the Vice President:
The Vice President must be familiar with all the responsibilities of the President and must be ready to preside when called on. At all times the vice president should work in close cooperation with the President.

The specific duties of the Vice President are:
1. Assist the President.
2. Preside for the President at meetings when:

a. the President is absent.
b. the President wants to debate.
c. a personal motion about the President is made.

3. Assume the duties of the President if the office becomes unoccupied.
4. Perform other duties that are specified in the bylaws of the organization.

PRESIDENT DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

PRESIDENT   
ABUBAKAR SALE PKA BABBA ZARIA
STUDIED ENGLISH LANGUAGE-SOCIAL STUDIES I FEDERAL COLLAGE OF EDUCATION KANO AND FORWARD HIS STUDIES IN BAYERO UNIVERSITY KANO STUDYING SPECIAL EDUCATION-POLITICAL SCIENCE 
 
Every organization, regardless of size, location or corporate structure, must have a leader who performs tasks aimed at developing the organization's vision and implementing the policies and procedures that allow that vision to be accomplished. The chief executive of the organization, a president directs each activities
             Strategy Development

In order for a student to achieve success, goals must be set. While the primary goal is always the continuous generation money, the goals developed and implemented by an organization’s president encompass many areas in addition. In a corporation, strategy is developed in cooperation with the ministries of education. however.

As an organization, the president regularly reviews its performance. In many instances, reviews are conducted through face-to-face meetings with each direct report, of media relations. During these meetings, the president reviews the financial statements  he makes such assessments at these times. He also communicates new and modified policies, the responsibility to implement the policies within their association. Additionally, a president annually administers a review of his direct reports' overall performance. At this time, he address concerns and praises successes. Quite often, the manager’s compensation is directly affected by the results of the president’s review.
Public Relations

A president serves as the face of organization. In additional to addressing the internal association through interoffice memorandums and corporate newsletters,  She may also maintain membership in professional organizations associated. Additionally, a president speaks to members of the media, relaying positive information as well as communicating messages during times of crisis management.

• Is considered as the first member and head of the association.Shall be the one in charge of appointing committee members. 
• The president harmonize, coordinate and exercise control overall executive aspects of the association activities.
•  To exercise all such power and carry out all such duties and maintain articles of the constitution. 
• Direct secretary general to summon meetings of the executives and general meeting.
•  To also present proposals, approvals and budgets.e

PRELIMINARY REMARK

There is no doubt that student unionism/ association is desirable in region of Zabi ward of sabon gari, what is expected is how ever a mature and respectable leadership from member or executives of the student association as they are critical link and have good understanding between the members .

The student association is the representative of the entire body of student in zabi ward. All registered students are members of the association. Student of the association is voluntarily base interest in effect, student may opt out of membership of the association with the laid down procedures and notice.

CONSTITUTION AMENDMENT

                             

                            APPROVAL

Proposal amendment to this constitution is proposed by all members of the association, by action taking at plenary section of the association called for that purpose.

             RECTIFICATION

            The constitution amendment will be rectified by a two-third of the votes of the plenary section of the association.

                         AVAILABILITY

            The constitution will be put on permanent reserved at the secretariat of the association, head by the secretary general, and other wise made it readily available when ever in need.